The much-anticipated episode 8 of The Masked Singer season 13 aired on FOX on April 2, featuring the continuation of Group C’s performances. Contestants showcased their musical talents with entertaining boy band-themed acts, aiming to captivate both the audience and judges alike.
One standout performance came from Stud Muffin, who delivered an energetic rendition of Bel Biv DeVoe’s classic hit “Poison.”Unfortunately, despite his efforts, he garnered the fewest votes from viewers and faced elimination, ultimately being unmasked as the acclaimed Grammy-winning rapper, Method Man.
The judging panel was comprised of familiar faces, including Robin Thicke, Jenny McCarthy Wahlberg, Ken Jeong, and guest judge, comedian Casey Wilson, with the charismatic Nick Cannon serving as host.
Exploring Stud Muffin’s Final Clue Package
The episode commenced with Nessy delivering an emotional performance of NSYNC’s “Tearin’ Up My Heart.”Following that, Stud Muffin took the stage and used his clue package to delve into the significant theme of brotherhood that embodies boy bands.
Throughout his clue package, Stud Muffin shared insights into the evolution of boy bands. He emphasized how iconic groups like The Temptations and The Four Tops laid the groundwork for future acts, such as New Kids on the Block, Backstreet Boys, and NSYNC, which ultimately influenced R&B legends like New Edition, Boyz II Men, and Bell Biv DeVoe.
Stud Muffin expressed that although he never belonged to a boy band, he understood the essence of camaraderie and recounted how his team forged a bond that transcended challenges.
“We grew up together, blew up together, and there was no limit to what we could do. But when you’ve got a good thing going, people try to poison it. At the end of the day, nothing can come between me and my team. Now tonight, I’m singing a song for one of my favorite groups. They once sent me a birthday message, so this is my gift to them,”he shared.
After unveiling his clues, Stud Muffin delivered his performance of “Poison.”To the audience’s delight, the talented R&B artist Omarion made a surprise appearance, further elevating the episode’s excitement.
Omarion engaged the judges with a humorous T-shirt, playfully incorporating these “secret ingredients”: a dash of sugar, a sprinkle of flour, and a Grammy of gold. Stud Muffin hinted that these clues were a nod to his identity and expressed pride in his performance.
“All the ingredients were there. I’m extra proud of this one,”he declared.
Following the performances, the judges began speculating on Stud Muffin’s true identity. Jenny suggested the possibility of MC Hammer, Ken leaned towards 2 Chainz, while Rita boldly guessed Method Man.
Subsequent to performances from fellow contestants Yorkie and Mad Scientist Monster, the audience’s votes were tallied, revealing that Stud Muffin had landed at the bottom of Group C.
The judges then had the opportunity to unlock the “Crack the Case”clue box, revealing a street sign that read “Stud Muffin District.”He remarked that an entire street bore the name of him and his crew, further adding to his intriguing persona.
As the episode progressed, the panel offered their final guesses for the singer’s identity. Jenny stuck with her prediction of MC Hammer, Ken reiterated his 2 Chainz guess, while Robin and Rita confidently supported their belief that it was Method Man.
Ultimately, Robin and Rita’s instincts proved correct as Stud Muffin was unmasked, revealing him to be the legendary rapper Method Man.
The Masked Singer season 13 continues to air new episodes every Wednesday on FOX, captivating audiences with its mix of mystery and musical performances.